Is Cedar Rapids, IA Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported 1,701.75 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.54 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 594.78 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,329 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported 24.11 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.50 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 24.13 per 100,000 below that reference, with 33 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported 277.66 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.48 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 89.51 per 100,000 above that reference, with 380 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported 162.21 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.84 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 30.79 per 100,000 below that reference, with 222 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa reported 235.28 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.02 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 5.72 per 100,000 above that reference, with 322 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Cedar Rapids, IA has an adjusted safety score of 49.58 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Iowa. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Iowa workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 33 | 24.11 | 48.24 | 0.5× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 322 | 235.28 | 229.56 |
1.02× national |
| Burglary | 380 | 277.66 | 188.15 |
1.48× national |
| Larceny-theft | 2329 | 1701.75 | 1106.97 |
1.54× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 222 | 162.21 | 193.0 | 0.84× national |
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What drives Cedar Rapids's safety score?
Cedar Rapids ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Iowa, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 136,859 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 63.7, while Property Security is lowest at 34.53. The 29.17-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1701.75 per 100,000 (1.54× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 24.11 per 100,000 (0.5× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Cedar Rapids, Iowa recorded 2,329 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 70.9% of the 3,286 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 33 robbery reports (1.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa recorded 380 burglary offenses in 2025, 11.6% of the 3,286 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 33 robbery reports (1.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa recorded 322 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 9.8% of the 3,286 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 33 robbery reports (1.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa uses a reporting population of 136,859 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa has an adjusted score of 49.58 points out of 100 versus 26.25 in Des Moines, Iowa, a difference of 23.33 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Cedar Rapids ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa has an adjusted score of 49.58 points out of 100 versus 18.8 in Davenport, Iowa, a difference of 30.78 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Cedar Rapids ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cedar Rapids safe compared to other places in Iowa?
Cedar Rapids is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 49.58 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Iowa.
What is the crime rate in Cedar Rapids?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Cedar Rapids's safety rating?
Cedar Rapids's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 49.58 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Iowa. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Cedar Rapids?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Cedar Rapids?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.